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Green Goddess Pasta Sauce

Green Goddess Pasta Sauce

  • Author: Sarah
  • Total Time: 20 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Green Goddess Pasta Sauce is a fresh, creamy, and vibrant sauce made with garden-fresh herbs, avocado, and Greek yogurt. It offers a silky texture with a zesty kick from lemon and garlic, perfect for elevating any pasta dish. This versatile sauce is easy to make, light yet flavorful, and pairs beautifully with various types of pasta for a memorable meal.

Ingredients

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Fresh Herbs

  • 1/4 cup fresh basil leaves
  • 1/4 cup fresh parsley leaves
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chives

Creamy Base

  • 1 ripe avocado
  • 1/2 cup Greek yogurt
  • 2 tablespoons freshly squeezed lemon juice
  • 1 clove garlic
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil

Seasoning

  • Salt, to taste
  • Black pepper, to taste

Optional Additions

  • 1/4 cup grated parmesan cheese

Instructions

  1. Prep the Fresh Herbs: Gather fresh basil, parsley, and chives, rinse thoroughly, and roughly chop them. Using fresh herbs is essential to achieve the vibrant flavor that defines this sauce.
  2. Blend the Creamy Base: In a blender or food processor, combine the ripe avocado, Greek yogurt, freshly squeezed lemon juice, garlic clove, and olive oil. Blend until smooth and creamy to create a luscious texture that coats the pasta beautifully.
  3. Add the Herbs and Season: Pulse the chopped herbs into the creamy mixture just until combined to preserve some texture. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, adjusting to balance the brightness and depth.
  4. Toss with Cooked Pasta: Drain your cooked pasta of choice, reserving some pasta water. Mix the sauce with the pasta, adding the reserved water gradually as needed to loosen the sauce for perfect coating.

Notes

  • Use ripe avocado for smooth blending and natural creaminess without bitterness.
  • Use freshly squeezed lemon juice for the best zesty flavor.
  • Pulse herbs gently to keep the sauce fresh-looking and avoid a mushy texture.
  • Reserve pasta water to help adjust sauce consistency and blend flavors.
  • Add salt and pepper gradually, tasting as you go since seasoning intensifies over time.
  • Store leftover sauce in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days, stirring in a splash of water or olive oil before using.
  • Freezing is possible but not recommended as it may affect the herbs’ color and flavor; if freezing, do so in small portions and thaw overnight in the refrigerator.
  • Reheat gently on the stovetop or microwave, stirring frequently to prevent splitting.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 10 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: No-Cook
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 of recipe (about 1/2 cup sauce)
  • Calories: 150
  • Sugar: 1g
  • Sodium: 150mg
  • Fat: 12g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 9g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 8g
  • Fiber: 4g
  • Protein: 4g
  • Cholesterol: 5mg

Keywords: Green Goddess pasta sauce, creamy herb sauce, avocado pasta sauce, fresh herb pasta sauce, gluten-free pasta sauce

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